Powellite and Serpentine Physical Properties

Powellite

Serpentine

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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

4.232.44-2.62

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42.5-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Powellite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Powellite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.