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Powellite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
5.85
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Pyrargyrite 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 Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.