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Peridot and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Peridot Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.54-1.55   
3.85-3.94   

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

Cleavage
Poor   
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)2SiO4   
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Peridot and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Peridot 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 Peridot and Triplite chemical formula.

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Peridot and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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