Triplite and Richterite Physical Properties

Triplite

Richterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.943.0-3.5

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Triplite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

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

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Triplite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.