Powellite and Cerussite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.236.46-6.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

Good [110] and [021]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Powellite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.