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Bastnsite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Bastnsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.78-5.20   
3.85-3.94   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   

Cleavage
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{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
4-4.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Bastnsite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Triplite 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 Bastnsite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Bastnsite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.

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