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Chlorite group and Powellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3
4.23
1.5 Fracture
Lamellar
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect 001
{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chlorite group and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Powellite chemical formula.

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

Chlorite group and Powellite Specific Gravity

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