Triplite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Triplite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.942.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Triplite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Triplite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.