Celestine and Powellite Physical Properties

Celestine

Powellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.90-4.004.23

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}

{111} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Celestine and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Celestine 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 Celestine and Powellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Celestine and Powellite Specific Gravity

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