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Turquoise and Goldstone Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.90
2.50-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
Good to perfect_usually N/A
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
Au

Turquoise and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Goldstone 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 Turquoise and Goldstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
  • Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au

Turquoise and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.