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Larvikite and Andradite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
-
2.59
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None
6-6.5
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10
 
Brittle
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3.70-4.10
Conchoidal, Uneven
none
6.5-7
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Larvikite and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Andradite 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 Andradite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Andradite Specific Gravity

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