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Melanite and Howlite Physical Properties


Howlite and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
2.45-2.58   

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

Cleavage
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None   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Melanite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite 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 Melanite and Howlite chemical formula.

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Melanite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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

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