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Schorl and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Schorl and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl 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 Schorl and Triplite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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