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Triplite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Chiastolite and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
3.00-3.15  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
Indistinct  

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)  
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)  

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Triplite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

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Triplite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.

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