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Ludlamite and Beryl Physical Properties


Beryl and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage   
Imperfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Be3Al2Si6O18   

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Ludlamite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Beryl 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 Beryl chemical formula.

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Ludlamite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.

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