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Goethite and Beudantite Physical Properties


Beudantite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
4.48  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
distinct; good on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3.5-4.5  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6  

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Goethite and Beudantite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Beudantite 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 Beudantite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Beudantite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Beudantite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Beudantite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 4.48 whereas that of Beudantite is 4.48.

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