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Larvikite and Natrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.59
2.20-2.26
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Larvikite and Natrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Natrolite 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 Natrolite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Natrolite- Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Larvikite and Natrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Natrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Natrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.20-2.26 whereas that of Natrolite is 2.20-2.26.