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Larvikite and Omphacite Physical Properties


Omphacite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.59   
3.16-3.43   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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{110} Good, {110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
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(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al)Si 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Larvikite and Omphacite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Omphacite 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 Omphacite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Omphacite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Omphacite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Omphacite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 3.16-3.43 whereas that of Omphacite is 3.16-3.43.

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