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Triplite and Papagoite Physical Properties

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
3.85-3.943.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Triplite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite 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 Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Triplite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.