Powellite and Cuprite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.235.85-6.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

Fair in four directions forming octahedrons

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Powellite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.