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Larvikite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.59  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Larvikite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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