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Flint and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Flint Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Flint and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint 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 Flint and Triplite chemical formula.

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Flint and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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