Powellite and Halite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Water-soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
2.17
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.0-2.5
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaCl
Powellite and Halite Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Halite 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 Halite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
Powellite and Halite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.