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Ludlamite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.25.85
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-42.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ludlamite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ludlamite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.