Zultanite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Zultanite

Labradorite

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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

Not Available2.69-2.72

1 7.18

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

6.5-76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Zultanite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zultanite 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 Zultanite and Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Zultanite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

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