Larvikite and Faustite Physical Properties

Larvikite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Faustite 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 Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larvikite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.