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Tsavorite and Powellite Physical Properties


Powellite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.55-3.73   
4.23   

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

Cleavage
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{111} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
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CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Tsavorite and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite and Powellite chemical formula.

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Tsavorite and Powellite Specific Gravity

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

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