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Hayne and Howlite Physical Properties


Howlite and Hayne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.40-2.50   
2.45-2.58   

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

Cleavage
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None   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
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Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Hayne and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hayne 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 Hayne and Howlite chemical formula.

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Hayne and Howlite Specific Gravity

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

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