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Nuummite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Nuummite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.18-3.37   
3.85-3.94   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on 210   
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Nuummite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nuummite 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 Nuummite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Nuummite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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