Powellite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
4.23
  
3.65-4.55
  
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
  
None, but may exhibit slight parting
  
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
  
7.5-8
  
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  
Powellite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Powellite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.