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Sheen Obsidian and Triplite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.50
3.85-3.94
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sheen Obsidian and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sheen Obsidian 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 Sheen Obsidian and Triplite chemical formula.

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

Sheen Obsidian and Triplite Specific Gravity

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