Kashmir sapphire and Powellite Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire

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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

Not Available4.23

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

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2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Kashmir sapphire and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire and Powellite chemical formula.

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

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Kashmir sapphire and Powellite Specific Gravity

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