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Ludlamite and Gypsum Physical Properties


Gypsum and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Flexible  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2  
2.20-2.40  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous  

Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage  
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
2  

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Ludlamite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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Ludlamite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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