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Powellite and Legrandite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
3.98-4.04
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Imperfect, poor one {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Legrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Legrandite 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 Legrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Legrandite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Legrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Legrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Legrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.98-4.04 whereas that of Legrandite is 3.98-4.04.