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Goethite and Ametrine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
HCl soluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SiO2

Goethite and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Ametrine 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 Ametrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO2

Goethite and Ametrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Ametrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Ametrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 2.65 whereas that of Ametrine is 2.65.