Triplite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Triplite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.942.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Triplite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Triplite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.