Turquoise and Inderite Physical Properties

Turquoise and Inderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Inderite 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 Inderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O
• Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Turquoise and Inderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Inderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Inderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 1.79 whereas that of Inderite is 1.79.