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Prehnite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Prehnite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.80-2.95   
2.59   

Fracture
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Distinct on [001]   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)   
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Prehnite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite 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 Prehnite and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Prehnite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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

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