Actinolite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Actinolite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Actinolite and Larvikite 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 Actinolite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Actinolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Actinolite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Actinolite and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Actinolite and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Actinolite is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.