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Libyan Desert Glass and Triplite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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3.85-3.94
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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{010} Good, {100} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Libyan Desert Glass and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Libyan Desert Glass 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 Libyan Desert Glass and Triplite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Libyan Desert Glass and Triplite Specific Gravity

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