Plasma and Powellite Physical Properties

Plasma

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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

Not Available

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

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

Plasma and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plasma 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 Plasma and Powellite chemical formula.

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

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Plasma and Powellite Specific Gravity

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