Turquoise and Morion Physical Properties

Turquoise and Morion Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Morion 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 Morion chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O
• Chemical formula of Morion- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Turquoise and Morion Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Morion Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Morion Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 2.65 whereas that of Morion is 2.65.