Manganaxinite and Howlite Physical Properties

Manganaxinite

Howlite

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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

3.3142.45-2.58

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganaxinite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite and Howlite chemical formula.

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

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Manganaxinite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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