Howlite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.45-2.58
2.58-2.64
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Howlite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula
While comparing Howlite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )
Howlite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.