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Wernerite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Wernerite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wernerite and Labradorite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Wernerite and Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Wernerite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wernerite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wernerite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wernerite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.