Triplite and Hauyne Physical Properties

Triplite

Hauyne

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Gelatinises in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.942.4-2.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Triplite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

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Triplite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.