Howlite and Phenakite Physical Properties

Howlite

Phenakite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.45-2.582.90-2.98

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}

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

Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Howlite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

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

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Howlite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.