Powellite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Powellite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Powellite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.