Triplite and Prehnite Physical Properties

Triplite

Prehnite

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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

3.85-3.942.80-2.95

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Distinct on [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

Triplite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

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Triplite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.