Plumbogummite and Triplite Physical Properties

Plumbogummite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite and Triplite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Plumbogummite- PbAl3(PO4)(SO4)(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Plumbogummite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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