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Powellite and Gaspeite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
HCl soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
3.71
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
{10 1 1} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Powellite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Powellite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.