Triplite and Beudantite Physical Properties

Triplite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Beudantite 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 Beudantite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Triplite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.