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Powellite and Eosphorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
3.05-3.08
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Powellite and Eosphorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Eosphorite 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 Eosphorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Powellite and Eosphorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Eosphorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Eosphorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Eosphorite is 3.05-3.08.