Sylvite and Powellite Physical Properties

Sylvite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Powellite chemical formula.

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

Sylvite and Powellite Specific Gravity

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