Triplite and Blue spinel Physical Properties

Triplite and Blue spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Blue spinel 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 Blue spinel 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 Blue spinel- MgAl2O4

Triplite and Blue spinel Specific Gravity

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