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Prehnite and Triplite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
2.80-2.95
Uneven
Distinct on [001]
6-6.5
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)
 
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3.85-3.94
Conchoidal, Uneven
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
5-5.5
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Prehnite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prehnite 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 Prehnite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Prehnite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prehnite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prehnite Vs Triplite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prehnite is whereas that of Triplite is .