Simpsonite 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

Not Available2.45-2.58

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Simpsonite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Howlite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Simpsonite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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