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Ludlamite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2  
2.65-2.69  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage  
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8  

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Ludlamite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

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Ludlamite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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