Triplite and Clinochlore Physical Properties

Triplite and Clinochlore Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Clinochlore 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 Clinochlore 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 Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Triplite and Clinochlore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Clinochlore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Clinochlore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.60-3.02 whereas that of Clinochlore is 2.60-3.02.