Iddingsite and Triplite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.5-2.8
3.85-3.94
Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
{???} Perfect
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Chemical Composition
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Iddingsite and Triplite Chemical Formula
While comparing Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite and Triplite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Iddingsite and Triplite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.