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Powellite and Gadolinium Gallium Garnet Physical Properties


Gadolinium Gallium Garnet and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.23   
7.05   

Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
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Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
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Powellite and Gadolinium Gallium Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Gadolinium Gallium Garnet 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 Gadolinium Gallium Garnet chemical formula.

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Powellite and Gadolinium Gallium Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Gadolinium Gallium Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Gadolinium Gallium Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 7.05 whereas that of Gadolinium Gallium Garnet is 7.05.

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