Bytownite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Bytownite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bytownite 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 Bytownite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Bytownite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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