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Shungite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Shungite 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
-9999  
5-5.5  

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

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Shungite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Triplite Specific Gravity

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

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