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Powellite and Thomsonite Physical Properties


Thomsonite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.23   
2.25-2.40   

Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
perfect on {010}; good on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Powellite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.

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