Powellite and Simpsonite Physical Properties

Powellite

Simpsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.23

Not Available

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

7-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Powellite and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Powellite and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Simpsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Simpsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is Not Available whereas that of Simpsonite is Not Available.

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