Triplite and Diamond Physical Properties

Triplite

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.943.50-3.53

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

111 (perfect in four directions)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.510

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Triplite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Diamond- C

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Triplite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.