Londonite and Powellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.34
  
4.23
  
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
Cleavage
None
  
{111} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
  
3.5-4
  
Chemical Composition
(Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Londonite and Powellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Londonite 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 Londonite and Powellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Londonite- (Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Londonite and Powellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Londonite and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Londonite and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Londonite is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.