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Rhodolite and Howlite 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
3.84
2.45-2.58
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
none, may show indistinct parting
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodolite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Howlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodolite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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