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Powellite and Bronzite Physical Properties

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
4.23
3.35
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Powellite and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Bronzite 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 Bronzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Powellite and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.