Triplite and Variscite Physical Properties

Triplite

Variscite

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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

3.85-3.942.42-2.58

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good, {100} Distinct

[010] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.54-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Triplite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

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Triplite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.