Powellite and Allanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.23
  
3.40-4.20
  
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
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Cleavage
{111} Distinct
  
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Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
  
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Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
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Powellite and Allanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Allanite 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 Powellite and Allanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Powellite and Allanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Allanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Allanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.40-4.20 whereas that of Allanite is 3.40-4.20.