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Triplite and Vivianite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.85-3.942.64-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
(e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
{010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Triplite and Vivianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Vivianite 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 Vivianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Triplite and Vivianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.