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Lawsonite and Ludlamite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.09
3.1-3.2
1.5 Fracture
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Lawsonite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite and Ludlamite chemical formula.

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

Lawsonite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

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