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Prismatine and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Prismatine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.34   
3.85-3.94   

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

Cleavage
{110} Perfect   
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5   

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

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Prismatine and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prismatine 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 Prismatine and Triplite chemical formula.

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Prismatine and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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