Powellite and Steatite Physical Properties

Powellite

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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

4.232.20-2.80

1 7.18

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Powellite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Powellite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.