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Xonotlite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
2.59  

Fracture
Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Xonotlite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

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

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