Goethite and Enstatite Physical Properties

Goethite

Enstatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

HCl soluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.27-4.293.20-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010}

Good/distinct on [210]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Goethite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Goethite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.