Triplite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

Triplite

Cobaltite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.946.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Triplite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Triplite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.