Jet and Larvikite Physical Properties

Jet and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet 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 Jet and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jet- C
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Jet and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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