Powellite and Gahnite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
4.00-4.62
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Indistinct parting on [111]
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Powellite and Gahnite Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Powellite and Gahnite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.