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Satin Spar and Turquoise Physical Properties


Turquoise and Satin Spar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.52-1.53   
2.30-2.90   

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

Cleavage
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Good to perfect_usually N/A   

Mohs Hardness
2   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
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CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O   

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Satin Spar and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Satin Spar 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 Satin Spar and Turquoise chemical formula.

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Satin Spar and Turquoise Specific Gravity

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

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