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Annabergite and Howlite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.072.45-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
23-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Annabergite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Annabergite and Howlite 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 Annabergite and Howlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Annabergite and Howlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Annabergite and Howlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Annabergite and Howlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Annabergite is 2.45-2.58 whereas that of Howlite is 2.45-2.58.