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Ludlamite and Brazilianite Physical Properties


Brazilianite and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2  
2.98-2.99  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage  
(010) Distinct to good  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
5.5  

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

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Ludlamite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

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Ludlamite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.

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