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Ludlamite and Agate Physical Properties

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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
3.1-3.2
2.60-2.64
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Ludlamite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Agate 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 Ludlamite and Agate chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Agate- SiO2

Ludlamite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.