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Prase and Powellite 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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.64-2.69
4.23
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Prase and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase and Powellite 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 Prase and Powellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Prase and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.

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