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Howlite and Pyromorphite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.58
6.5-7.1
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
None
Imperfect- [10 1 1]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Howlite and Pyromorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Pyromorphite 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 Pyromorphite 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 Pyromorphite- Pb 5(PO 4) 3ClArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Howlite and Pyromorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Pyromorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Pyromorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 6.5-7.1 whereas that of Pyromorphite is 6.5-7.1.