Ruby Zoisite and Triplite 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
6.5-9
  
5-5.5
  
Chemical Composition
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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
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.
>- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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.