Morion and Powellite Physical Properties

Morion

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.654.23

1 7.18

1.5 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

1.6 Cleavage

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{111} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Morion and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morion 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 Morion and Powellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Morion- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Morion and Powellite Specific Gravity

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