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Moldavite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Moldavite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.32-2.38  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Moldavite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite 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 Moldavite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Moldavite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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