Triplite and Onyx Physical Properties

Triplite

Onyx

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.942.55-2.70

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Not Available

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

SiO₂

Triplite and Onyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Onyx 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 Onyx chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂

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Triplite and Onyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Onyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Onyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Onyx is 2.55-2.70.