Triplite and Microcline Physical Properties

Triplite

Microcline

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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

3.85-3.942.55-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

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)

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Triplite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Triplite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.