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Baddeleyite and Turquoise Physical Properties


Turquoise and Baddeleyite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0   
2.30-2.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
{001} Distinct   
Good to perfect_usually N/A   

Mohs Hardness
6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O   

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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.

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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.

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