Turquoise

Properties

Formula CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8·4H2O
Abbreviation Tqu
Classifications Minerals containing OH, Minerals containing PO4, Minerals containing H2O
Luminescence emitter UO2
IMA Status Approved (IMA 1967 s.p.)
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Tags Hydroxide , Mineral, Orthophosphate , Phosphate , Hydrated

Composition

Element Atoms
Cu 1
H 16
Al 6
P 4
O 28
Total: 55