Triplite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
2.65-2.90
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
{001} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
Not Available
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
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.