Howlite and Blue John Physical Properties

Howlite and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Blue John 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 Blue John 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 Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Howlite and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.