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Baddeleyite and Turquoise Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
2.30-2.90
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Distinct
Good to perfect_usually N/A
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O

Baddeleyite and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite and Turquoise chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O

Baddeleyite and Turquoise Specific Gravity

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