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Larvikite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.59  
2.60-2.90  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
None  
Imperfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
7.5-8  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
Be3Al2Si6O18  

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Larvikite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Beryl 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 Beryl chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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