Ludlamite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

Ludlamite

Leucophanite

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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

3.1-3.2Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Vitreous, pearly on cleavage

{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-4Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Ludlamite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

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

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Ludlamite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.