Triplite and Topaz Physical Properties

Triplite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.85-3.943.49-3.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

[001] Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.58

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Triplite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Triplite and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.