Howlite and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Howlite

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.45-2.582.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Howlite and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Howlite and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.