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Powellite and Stolzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.23
2
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Distinct
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Powellite and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Powellite and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.