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Citrine and Powellite Physical Properties

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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
2.654.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
73.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Citrine and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Powellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Citrine and Powellite Specific Gravity

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