Benitoite and Howlite Physical Properties

Benitoite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite 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 Benitoite and Howlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Benitoite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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