Ludlamite and Amblygonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2
2.98-3.10
Fracture
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Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct
Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Amblygonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ludlamite and Amblygonite 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 Amblygonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Amblygonite- (Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Amblygonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Amblygonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Amblygonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Amblygonite is 2.98-3.10.