Triplite and Chondrodite Physical Properties

Triplite and Chondrodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Chondrodite 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 Chondrodite 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 Chondrodite- (Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Triplite and Chondrodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Chondrodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Chondrodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.10-3.20 whereas that of Chondrodite is 3.10-3.20.