Ludlamite and Nickeline Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2
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Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect
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 Nickeline Chemical Formula
While comparing Ludlamite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline 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 Nickeline Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.