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Larvikite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Sinhalite 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   
3.46-3.50   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
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MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Larvikite and Sinhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Sinhalite 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 Sinhalite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Sinhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Sinhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Sinhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 3.46-3.50 whereas that of Sinhalite is 3.46-3.50.

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