Benitoite and Ludlamite Physical Properties

Benitoite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite and Ludlamite 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 Benitoite and Ludlamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Benitoite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.