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Triplite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Enstatite and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94   
3.20-3.25   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   
Good/distinct on [210]   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Triplite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

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Triplite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.

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