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Erythrite and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Erythrite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Sectile  
-  

Solubility
-  
HCl soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.06  
4.27-4.29  

Fracture
Sectile  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.  
Perfect {010}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)  
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  

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Erythrite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Erythrite 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 Erythrite and Goethite chemical formula.

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Erythrite and Goethite Specific Gravity

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

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