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Hessonite and Triplite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.55-3.73
Uneven
None
7-7.5
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
 
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3.85-3.94
Conchoidal, Uneven
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
5-5.5
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hessonite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Hessonite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hessonite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hessonite Vs Triplite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hessonite is whereas that of Triplite is .