Triplite and Sapphire Physical Properties

Triplite

Sapphire

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.943.95-4.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

None, but may exhibit parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.59

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al ₂ O ₃

Triplite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al ₂ O ₃

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Triplite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.