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Powellite and Moissanite Physical Properties


Moissanite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.23   
3.17-3.24   

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

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
(0001) indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
9-9.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Powellite and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Moissanite 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 Moissanite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.

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