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Larvikite and Triplite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.59
3.85-3.94
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} Good, {100} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larvikite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Triplite 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 Triplite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larvikite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.