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Turquoise and Torbanite Physical Properties

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
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Good to perfect_usually N/A
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
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Turquoise and Torbanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Torbanite 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 Torbanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Torbanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Torbanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is Not Available whereas that of Torbanite is Not Available.