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Helenite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Helenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
{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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Helenite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite 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 Helenite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Helenite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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