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Larvikite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.59  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
-  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Larvikite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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