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Powellite and Enstatite Physical Properties


Enstatite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.23  
3.20-3.25  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{111} Distinct  
Good/distinct on [210]  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Powellite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.

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