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Beudantite and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Beudantite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
HCl soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.48  
4.27-4.29  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}  
Perfect {010}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6  
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Beudantite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite 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 Beudantite and Goethite chemical formula.

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Beudantite and Goethite Specific Gravity

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

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