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Goethite
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Goethite and Andradite Garnet 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
4.27-4.293.8-3.9
Amber
1 7.18
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}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Goethite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Andradite Garnet 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 Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca3Fe3+2Si3O12

Goethite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.