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Ludlamite and Onyx Physical Properties

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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
3.1-3.2
2.55-2.70
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-4
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Ludlamite and Onyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Onyx 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 Onyx 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
  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2

Ludlamite and Onyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Onyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Onyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Onyx is 2.55-2.70.