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Powellite and Pyrope Garnet Physical Properties

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
3.5-3.6
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg3Al2Si3O12

Powellite and Pyrope Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Pyrope Garnet 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 Pyrope Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrope Garnet- Mg3Al2Si3O12

Powellite and Pyrope Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Pyrope Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Pyrope Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.5-3.6 whereas that of Pyrope Garnet is 3.5-3.6.