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Phlogopite and Triplite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
3.85-3.94
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phlogopite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite and Triplite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phlogopite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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