Larvikite and Aegirine Physical Properties

Larvikite and Aegirine Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Aegirine 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 Larvikite and Aegirine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10
• Chemical formula of Aegirine- (Na,Fe,Ca)Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Larvikite and Aegirine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Aegirine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Aegirine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 3.50-3.60 whereas that of Aegirine is 3.50-3.60.