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Triplite and Vlasovite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
2.97
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Distinct on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Triplite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Triplite and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.