Ludlamite and Prehnite Physical Properties

Ludlamite

Prehnite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.1-3.22.80-2.95

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Vitreous, pearly on cleavage

Distinct on [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

Ludlamite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite 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 Prehnite- Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

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Ludlamite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.