Howlite and Baryte Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.45-2.58
4.3-5
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Irregular/uneven
Cleavage
None
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Howlite and Baryte Chemical Formula
While comparing Howlite and Baryte 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 Baryte chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references >
Howlite and Baryte Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.
