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Hauyne and Howlite Physical Properties


Howlite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
2.45-2.58   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Hauyne and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Howlite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Howlite Specific Gravity

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

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