Ludlamite and Realgar Physical Properties

Ludlamite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Realgar 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 Realgar 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 Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ludlamite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.