Ludlamite and Parisite Physical Properties

Ludlamite and Parisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Parisite 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 Parisite 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 Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Ludlamite and Parisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Parisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Parisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 4.33-4.42 whereas that of Parisite is 4.33-4.42.