Turquoise and Uvite Physical Properties

Turquoise and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O
• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Turquoise and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.