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Powellite and Elbaite Physical Properties


Elbaite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.23   
2.90-3.10   

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

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
7   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references   

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Powellite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.

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