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Iddingsite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8  
2.59  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
3  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Iddingsite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Iddingsite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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

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