Triplite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Triplite

Shattuckite

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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

3.85-3.943.80-4.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

perfect along [010] and [100]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Triplite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Triplite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.