Triplite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Triplite

Kurnakovite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.941.847-1.852

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Poor to indistinct on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.52-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Triplite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

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

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Triplite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.