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Howlite and Goshenite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.58
2.60-2.90
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Howlite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite 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 Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Howlite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.

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