×

Apache Tear
Apache Tear

Powellite
Powellite



ADD
Compare
X
Apache Tear
X
Powellite

Apache Tear and Powellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available4.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Apache Tear and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear 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 Apache Tear and Powellite chemical formula.

    >
  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Apache Tear and Powellite Specific Gravity

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