Powellite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Powellite

Chrysoprase

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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

4.232.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Powellite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Powellite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.