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Moldavite and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Moldavite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.32-2.38   
4.23   

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Moldavite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite 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 Moldavite and Powellite chemical formula.

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Moldavite and Powellite Specific Gravity

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

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