Powellite and Zincite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.23
5.50-5.90
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
{111} Distinct
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
Chemical Composition
CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Powellite and Zincite Chemical Formula
While comparing Powellite and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Powellite and Zincite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Powellite and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Powellite and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Powellite is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.