Howlite and Gahnite Physical Properties

Howlite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.45-2.584.00-4.62

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None

Indistinct parting on [111]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Howlite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Howlite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.