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Bloodstone and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Bloodstone Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.63-2.65   
4.23   

Fracture
Not Available   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Bloodstone and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bloodstone 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 Bloodstone and Powellite chemical formula.

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Bloodstone and Powellite Specific Gravity

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

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