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Topazolite and Turquoise Physical Properties


Turquoise and Topazolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
2.30-2.90   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
Good to perfect_usually N/A   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O   

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Topazolite and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite 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 Topazolite and Turquoise chemical formula.

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Topazolite and Turquoise Specific Gravity

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

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