Larvikite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Larvikite

Catapleiite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.592.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larvikite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Larvikite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.