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Triplite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

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
3.85-3.94
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Triplite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Triplite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.