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Milarite and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Ludlamite and Milarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.52-2.60   
3.1-3.2   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect   
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3-4   

Chemical Composition
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Milarite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite and Ludlamite 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 Milarite and Ludlamite chemical formula.

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Milarite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milarite and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milarite and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milarite is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.

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