Triplite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Triplite

Goshenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.942.60-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

3,1 basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Triplite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

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Triplite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.