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Zoisite and Triplite Physical Properties


Triplite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.20-3.50  
3.85-3.94  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
{010} Good, {100} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Zoisite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite and Triplite 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 Zoisite and Triplite chemical formula.

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Zoisite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zoisite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zoisite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zoisite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.

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