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Papagoite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Papagoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.25   
3.85-3.94   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   

Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction   
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Papagoite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Papagoite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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