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Apache Tear and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.59  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
-  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Apache Tear and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Apache Tear and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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

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