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Triplite and Moss Opal Physical Properties


Moss Opal and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
1.98-2.50  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5.5-6.5  

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  

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Triplite and Moss Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Moss Opal 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 Moss Opal chemical formula.

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Triplite and Moss Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Moss Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Moss Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Moss Opal is 1.98-2.50.

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