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Triplite and Jelly Opal Physical Properties


Jelly Opal and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94   
1.98-2.50   

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

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Triplite and Jelly Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Jelly Opal 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 Jelly Opal chemical formula.

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Triplite and Jelly Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Jelly Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Jelly Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Jelly Opal is 1.98-2.50.

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