Spinel and Triplite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
none
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
3.85-3.94
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Spinel and Triplite Chemical Formula
While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Triplite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Spinel and Triplite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.