Iolite and Ludlamite Physical Properties

Iolite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Ludlamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

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