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Howlite and Canadian Ammolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.58
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
4-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pt

Howlite and Canadian Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite 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 Canadian Ammolite- Pt

Howlite and Canadian Ammolite Specific Gravity

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