×

Anorthite
Anorthite

Larvikite
Larvikite



ADD
Compare
X
Anorthite
X
Larvikite

Anorthite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
2.77
Uneven
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
6-6.5
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
-
-
-
2.59
-
None
6-6.5
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Anorthite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Larvikite chemical formula.

    >>

Anorthite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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