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Amber and Goethite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
HCl soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
4.27-4.29
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Amber and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Goethite 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 Amber and Goethite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Amber and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Goethite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 4.27-4.29 whereas that of Goethite is 4.27-4.29.