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Turquoise and Gypsum Physical Properties


Gypsum and Turquoise Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Flexible   

Solubility
Soluble   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.30-2.90   
2.20-2.40   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Good to perfect_usually N/A   
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O   
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Turquoise and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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Turquoise and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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