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Larvikite and Zincite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.595.50-5.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.54
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larvikite and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Larvikite and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Larvikite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Larvikite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Larvikite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.