Gaylussite and Triplite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
decomposes in water
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.93-1.99
3.85-3.94
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
perfect [110]
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gaylussite and Triplite Chemical Formula
While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Triplite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Gaylussite and Triplite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaylussite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaylussite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaylussite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.