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Gaspite and Howlite Physical Properties

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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
3.212.45-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-53-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gaspite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspite 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 Gaspite and Howlite chemical formula.

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

Gaspite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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