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Triplite

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Triplite and Obsidian Optical Properties

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Optical Properties

Luster

Pleochroism

Dispersion

Transparency

Refractive Index

Optic Character

Crystal System

Birefringence

Clarity

 
Vitreous
DistinctArthur Thomas
0.04
Translucent
1.643-1.703
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-
0.020
Translucent
 
Vitreous
-
0.01
Transparent, Translucent
1.450-1.550
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-
-9999
Transparent

Triplite and Obsidian Optic Character

Triplite and Obsidian optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Triplite Vs Obsidian like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Triplite and Obsidian optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

Triplite and Obsidian Transparency

Similar to their colors, Triplite and Obsidian transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Triplite is while Triplite is in appearance.