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London blue topaz
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London blue topaz 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
Not Available2.45-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

London blue topaz and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing London blue topaz 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 London blue topaz 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

London blue topaz and Howlite Specific Gravity

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