Howlite and Agalmatolite Physical Properties

Howlite

Agalmatolite

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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

2.45-2.58Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Howlite and Agalmatolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Agalmatolite 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 Howlite and Agalmatolite chemical formula.

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

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Howlite and Agalmatolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Agalmatolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Agalmatolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is Not Available whereas that of Agalmatolite is Not Available.