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Goshenite 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
2.60-2.90
2.30-2.90
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Good to perfect_usually N/A
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O

Goshenite and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Turquoise chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O

Goshenite and Turquoise Specific Gravity

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

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