Phlogopite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Phlogopite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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