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Triplite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Elastic
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.85-3.942.9-3.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Perfect basal {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53.5-4.0
Amber
2 10
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 Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Triplite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.