Triplite and Labradorite Physical Properties

Triplite

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.942.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Triplite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Triplite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.