Ludlamite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

Ludlamite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite- Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2

Ludlamite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.