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Turquoise and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Turquoise Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.30-2.90  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Good to perfect_usually N/A  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Turquoise and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Turquoise and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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