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Powellite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.23   
1.993   

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

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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