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Binghamite and Ludlamite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.703.1-3.2
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-73-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Binghamite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite 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 Binghamite and Ludlamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Binghamite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

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