Ludlamite and Schorlomite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2
3.77-3.93
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
None
Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ludlamite and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ludlamite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.