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Larvikite

Larvikite — reference photo

Larvikite is a rock. It has a Mohs hardness of 6-7 and granular to medium-grained, generally has a glassy luster luster.

Larvikite properties

TypeRock
Mohs hardness6-7
LusterGranular to medium-grained, generally has a glassy luster
Typical colorsGray to bluish-gray with dark blue or black feldspar crystals
FormationIgneous rock formed from cooled magma, predominantly composed of plagioclase feldspar
Rarity6 / 10

Mohs hardness 6–7 — hard

1 · Talc5 · Apatite10 · Diamond
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