Gahnite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Gahnite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gahnite 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 Gahnite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Gahnite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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