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Powellite and Papagoite Physical Properties


Papagoite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.23   
3.25   

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

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
Imperfect in one direction   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Powellite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.

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