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Triplite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties


Kurnakovite and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94   
1.847-1.852   

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

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct   
Poor to indistinct on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2-3   

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , 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.

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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.

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