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Gaylussite and Powellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
decomposes in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.93-1.994.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
perfect [110]
{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Powellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gaylussite and Powellite Specific Gravity

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