Triplite and Zoisite Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.85-3.94
3.20-3.50
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Cleavage
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-7
Chemical Composition
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Triplite and Zoisite Chemical Formula
While comparing Triplite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Triplite and Zoisite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Triplite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Triplite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Triplite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.
