Ludlamite and Cuprite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2
5.85-6.15
Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Cuprite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ludlamite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite 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 Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Cuprite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.