Ludlamite and Phosphophyllite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2
3.07-3.13
Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Phosphophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ludlamite and Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Phosphophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Phosphophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Phosphophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.07-3.13 whereas that of Phosphophyllite is 3.07-3.13.