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Powellite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
BeAl 2 O 4

Powellite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Powellite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.