Triplite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

Triplite

Pyrophyllite

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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

3.85-3.942.65-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

{001} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Triplite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Triplite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.