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Dravite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Dravite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.03-3.18  
2.59  

Fracture
Uneven, Irregular, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Dravite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Dravite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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

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