Powellite and Coral Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
2.60-2.70
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular, Irregular, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Not Available
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Powellite and Coral Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Coral 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 Coral chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Coral- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Powellite and Coral Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Coral Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Coral Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.60-2.70 whereas that of Coral is 2.60-2.70.