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Powellite and Shattuckite 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
4.233.80-4.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-43.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Powellite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.