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Mellite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Mellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.58-1.60   
2.59   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
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Cleavage
{011} Imperfect   
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Mohs Hardness
2   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
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Mellite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite and Larvikite 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 Mellite and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Mellite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mellite and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mellite and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mellite is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.

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