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Triplite and Sardonyx Physical Properties

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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
3.85-3.942.55-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Triplite and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Triplite and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.