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Moss Opal and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter 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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Moss Opal and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Opal 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 Moss Opal and Triplite chemical formula.

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Moss Opal and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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