Powellite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Powellite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.23Not Available

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Brittle

2.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

None

2.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

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

Not Available

Powellite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Powellite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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