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Clinohedrite and Howlite 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
3.28-3.335
2.45-2.58
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Clinohedrite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinohedrite 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 Clinohedrite and Howlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Clinohedrite- CaZnSiO 4 · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Clinohedrite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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