Powellite and Bloodstone Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
4.23
  
2.63-2.65
  
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
Not Available
  
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
  
Indiscernible
  
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
  
7
  
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
SiO2
  
Powellite and Bloodstone Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Bloodstone 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 Bloodstone chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Bloodstone- SiO2
Powellite and Bloodstone Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Bloodstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Bloodstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.63-2.65 whereas that of Bloodstone is 2.63-2.65.