Nepheline Syenite and Larvikite

All about Nepheline Syenite and Larvikite Properties

Know all about Nepheline Syenite and Larvikite properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Nepheline Syenite and Larvikite belong to Igneous Rocks.Texture of Nepheline Syenite is Granular whereas that of Larvikite is Phaneritic. Nepheline Syenite appears Banded and Foilated and Larvikite appears Shiny. The luster of Nepheline Syenite is greasy to dull while that of Larvikite is subvitreous to dull. Nepheline Syenite is available in brown, buff, cream, green, grey, pink, white colors whereas Larvikite is available in black, brown, light to dark grey, white colors. The commercial uses of Nepheline Syenite are cemetery markers, creating artwork and that of Larvikite are cemetery markers, commemorative tablets, creating artwork.