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Ludlamite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.23.32-3.43
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-46-7
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
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Ludlamite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ludlamite and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite 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
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Ludlamite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ludlamite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ludlamite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ludlamite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.