Kyanite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Kyanite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kyanite- Al2SiO5
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Kyanite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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