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Powellite and Bayldonite Physical Properties


Bayldonite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.23   
5.50   

Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Uneven   

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2   

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Powellite and Bayldonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Bayldonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Bayldonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Bayldonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 5.50 whereas that of Bayldonite is 5.50.

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