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Powellite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Sectile   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.23   
2.39   

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

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Powellite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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