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Ludlamite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2
1.847-1.852
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
Poor to indistinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
2-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Ludlamite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Ludlamite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.