Triplite and Sapphire Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
3.95-4.03
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
None, but may exhibit parting
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
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.