Powellite and Analcime Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
2.24-2.29
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Very poor [100]
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Powellite and Analcime Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Analcime 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 Analcime chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Powellite and Analcime Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.