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Ludlamite and Nepouite Physical Properties

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
3.1-3.2
3.18-3.24
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
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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 Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Nepouite 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 Nepouite 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 Nepouite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.