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Star diopside and Powellite Physical Properties

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
Not Available4.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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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
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Star diopside and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Star diopside 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 Star diopside and Powellite chemical formula.

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

Star diopside and Powellite Specific Gravity

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