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Goethite and Axinite Physical Properties


Axinite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
3.26-3.36  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
Good on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  

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Goethite and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Axinite 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 Axinite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Axinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Axinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Axinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.26-3.36 whereas that of Axinite is 3.26-3.36.

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