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Polyhalite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78   
3.85-3.94   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}   
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
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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Polyhalite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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