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Clinozoisite and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.21-3.38   
4.23   

Fracture
Irregular/uneven, Uneven   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}   
{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Clinozoisite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite and Powellite chemical formula.

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Clinozoisite and Powellite Specific Gravity

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

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