Triplite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Triplite

Gaylussite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

decomposes in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.941.93-1.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

perfect [110]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.52.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Triplite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

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Triplite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.