Riebeckite and Triplite Physical Properties

Riebeckite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Triplite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Riebeckite- Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Riebeckite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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