Bayldonite and Triplite Physical Properties

Bayldonite

Triplite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.503.85-3.94

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2

(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bayldonite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite and Triplite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2
Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Bayldonite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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