Ludlamite and Iolite Physical Properties

Ludlamite

Iolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.1-3.22.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

Vitreous, pearly on cleavage

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-47-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Ludlamite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Iolite 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 Iolite 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 Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Ludlamite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.