Jasper and Triplite Physical Properties

Jasper

Triplite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.58-2.913.85-3.94

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jasper and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Triplite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Jasper and Triplite Specific Gravity

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