Powellite and Cuprite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
5.85-6.15
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
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Fair in four directions forming octahedrons
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
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
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.