Howlite and Schorl Physical Properties

Howlite

Schorl

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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

2.45-2.583.18-3.22

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

{1011} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Howlite and Schorl Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Schorl 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 Schorl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Howlite and Schorl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Schorl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Schorl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 3.18-3.22 whereas that of Schorl is 3.18-3.22.