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Leucophanite and Howlite Physical Properties

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
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2.45-2.58
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Leucophanite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite and Howlite 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 Leucophanite and Howlite chemical formula.

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

Leucophanite and Howlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucophanite and Howlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucophanite and Howlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucophanite is 2.45-2.58 whereas that of Howlite is 2.45-2.58.