Quartz Smoky and Triplite Physical Properties

Quartz Smoky

Triplite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.85-3.94

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} Good, {100} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

75-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Quartz Smoky and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Smoky 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 Quartz Smoky and Triplite chemical formula.

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

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Quartz Smoky and Triplite Specific Gravity

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