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Chambersite and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
HCl soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.50  
4.27-4.29  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect {010}  

Mohs Hardness
7  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Chambersite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Goethite chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Goethite Specific Gravity

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

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