Howlite and Maw Sit Sit Physical Properties

Howlite and Maw Sit Sit Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Maw Sit Sit 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 Maw Sit Sit chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Howlite and Maw Sit Sit Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Maw Sit Sit Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Maw Sit Sit Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.45-3.15 whereas that of Maw Sit Sit is 2.45-3.15.