Triplite and Gaylussite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
1.93-1.99
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
perfect [110]
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)
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.