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Triplite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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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.

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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.

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