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Grossular and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Grossular Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73   
4.23   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
none   
{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Grossular and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular 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 Grossular and Powellite chemical formula.

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Grossular and Powellite Specific Gravity

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

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