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Triplite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
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Triplite and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Apache Tear 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 Triplite and Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Triplite and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

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

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