Triplite and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Triplite

Smithsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.944.00-4.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

Perfect on [1011]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Triplite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

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

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Triplite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.