Triplite and Chromite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
4.5-4.8
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
None, parting may develop along {111}
Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe++Cr2O4
Triplite and Chromite Chemical Formula
While comparing Triplite and Chromite 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 Chromite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
Triplite and Chromite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.