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Achroite and Turquoise Physical Properties


Turquoise and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.30-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Good to perfect_usually N/A  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O  

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Achroite and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Turquoise 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 Achroite and Turquoise chemical formula.

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Achroite and Turquoise Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Turquoise Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Turquoise Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.30-2.90 whereas that of Turquoise is 2.30-2.90.

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