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Charlesite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Charlesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.79  
2.59  

Fracture
Irregular/uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {10bar10}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Charlesite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charlesite 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 Charlesite and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Charlesite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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

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