Citrine and Turquoise Physical Properties

Citrine and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Turquoise chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O

Citrine and Turquoise Specific Gravity

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