Hibschite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Hibschite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite 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 Hibschite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Hibschite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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