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Howlite and Viridine 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
3.05-3.21
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
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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
(Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Howlite and Viridine Chemical Formula

While comparing Howlite and Viridine 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 Viridine 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 Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Howlite and Viridine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Howlite and Viridine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Howlite and Viridine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Howlite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Viridine is 3.05-3.21.