Triplite and Pyrite Physical Properties

Triplite

Pyrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.945.00-5.20

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}

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)

FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Triplite and Pyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Pyrite 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 Pyrite chemical formula.

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

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Triplite and Pyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.