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Powellite and Prase Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
2.64-2.69
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Powellite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Powellite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.