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Triplite and Sunstone Physical Properties


Sunstone and Triplite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94  
2.62-2.65  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  
001  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6  

Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8  

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Triplite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

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Triplite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.

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