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Powellite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
LiAlSi2O6

Powellite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Powellite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.