Powellite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Powellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.232.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Powellite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.