Rhodolite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Rhodolite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
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Rhodolite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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