Howlite and Cymophane Physical Properties

Howlite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane 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 Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Howlite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.