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Scorodite and Ludlamite Physical Properties


Ludlamite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.1-3.2  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery  
-  

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor  
Vitreous, pearly on cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
3-4  

Chemical Composition
FeAsO4·2H2O  
(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Scorodite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Ludlamite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

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

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