Triplite and Marialite Physical Properties

Triplite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Marialite 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 Marialite 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 Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Triplite and Marialite Specific Gravity

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