Powellite and Clinohedrite Physical Properties

Powellite

Clinohedrite

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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

4.233.28-3.335

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

{010} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Powellite and Clinohedrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Clinohedrite 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 Clinohedrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Clinohedrite- CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Powellite and Clinohedrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Clinohedrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Clinohedrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.28-3.335 whereas that of Clinohedrite is 3.28-3.335.