Triplite and Scolecite Physical Properties

Triplite and Scolecite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Scolecite 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 Scolecite 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 Scolecite- CaAl 2Si 3O 10 · 3H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Triplite and Scolecite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Scolecite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Scolecite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.20-2.23 whereas that of Scolecite is 2.20-2.23.