Powellite and Phenakite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
2.90-2.98
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7.5-8
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Powellite and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Powellite and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.