Rubellite Tourmaline and Powellite Physical Properties

Rubellite Tourmaline

Powellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available4.23

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

{111} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-33.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Rubellite Tourmaline and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Rubellite Tourmaline and Powellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag
Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Powellite Specific Gravity

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