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Howlite and Rhodolite 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
3.84
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Howlite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Howlite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.