Powellite and Hyalite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.23Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Powellite and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Hyalite 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 Hyalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Powellite and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.