Dallasite and Powellite Physical Properties

Dallasite

Powellite

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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

2.58-2.914.23

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{111} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Dallasite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dallasite 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 Dallasite and Powellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Dallasite and Powellite Specific Gravity

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