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Vanadinite and Howlite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.12.45-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-43-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vanadinite and Howlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Howlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Howlite- Ca 2B 5SiO 9(OH) 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vanadinite and Howlite Specific Gravity

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