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Ruby Zoisite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Ruby Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-9  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO5  
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Ruby Zoisite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite 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 Ruby Zoisite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Ruby Zoisite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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