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Howlite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.58
6.8-7.1
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
C20H36

Howlite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite- C20H36

Howlite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.