Powellite and Ulexite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.231.65-1.99

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Distinct

{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-42-2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Powellite and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Powellite and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.