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Powellite and Fibrolite 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
3.14-3.25
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Powellite and Fibrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Fibrolite 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 Fibrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Fibrolite- Al 2SiO 5Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Powellite and Fibrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Fibrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Fibrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.14-3.25 whereas that of Fibrolite is 3.14-3.25.