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Goethite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
HCl soluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.293.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010}
1,1 ; 3,2.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.58.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
BeAl 2 O 4

Goethite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Alexandrite 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 Goethite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4

Goethite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.