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Larvikite and Papagoite Physical Properties


Papagoite 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   
3.25   

Fracture
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Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Imperfect in one direction   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Larvikite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.

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