Triplite and Sphalerite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
3.95-4.10
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Triplite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula
While comparing Triplite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Triplite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.