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Howlite and Bloodstone Physical Properties

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
2.45-2.58
2.63-2.65
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
None
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Howlite and Bloodstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Bloodstone 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 Bloodstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Bloodstone- SiO2

Howlite and Bloodstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Bloodstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Bloodstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.63-2.65 whereas that of Bloodstone is 2.63-2.65.