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Powellite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties


Vesuvianite and Powellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Vesuvianite is virtually insolouble in acids   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.23   
3.32-3.43   

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

Cleavage
{111} Distinct   
Poor on {110} and {100} very poor on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-7   

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

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Powellite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Powellite and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite chemical formula.

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Powellite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.

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