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Larvikite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.59  
2.58-2.64  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
None  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )  

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Larvikite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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