Elbaite and Triplite Physical Properties

Elbaite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elbaite 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 Elbaite and Triplite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Elbaite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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