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Amber and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Amber Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10   
4.23   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Amber and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Powellite 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 Amber and Powellite chemical formula.

Amber and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.

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