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Howlite and Tinaksite 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
2.82
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect in one direction, indistinct in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Howlite and Tinaksite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Tinaksite 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 Tinaksite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Howlite and Tinaksite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Tinaksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Tinaksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 2.82 whereas that of Tinaksite is 2.82.