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Larvikite and Caledonite 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
-
-
5.6-5.76
Uneven
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
2.5-3
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Larvikite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

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