Triplite and Steatite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
2.20-2.80
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Not Available
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
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Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Triplite and Steatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Triplite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Triplite and Steatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.