Powellite and Pargasite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.23
3.04-3.26
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Splintery, Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
{110} perfect
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Powellite and Pargasite Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Powellite and Pargasite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.