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Chlorite group and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Chlorite group Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3   
3.85-3.94   

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

Cleavage
Perfect 001   
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Chlorite group and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Triplite chemical formula.

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Chlorite group and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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