Larvikite and Apatite Physical Properties

Larvikite and Apatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Apatite 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 Apatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10
• Chemical formula of Apatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Larvikite and Apatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Apatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Apatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 3.16-3.23 whereas that of Apatite is 3.16-3.23.