Powellite and Larvikite Physical Properties

Powellite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Larvikite 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 Larvikite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Larvikite- (Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10

Powellite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.