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Turquoise and Pearl Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.90
2.60-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Good to perfect_usually N/A
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
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Turquoise and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
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Turquoise and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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