Triplite and Ivory Physical Properties

Triplite and Ivory Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Ivory 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 Ivory chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Ivory- -

Triplite and Ivory Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Ivory Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Ivory Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 1.70-2.00 whereas that of Ivory is 1.70-2.00.