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Ludlamite and Topazolite Physical Properties


Topazolite and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.2  
3.70-4.10  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage  
Indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Ludlamite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

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Ludlamite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.

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