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Rhyolite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Rhyolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.85-3.94   

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

Cleavage
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{010} Good, {100} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7   
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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Rhyolite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Rhyolite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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