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Goethite and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
HCl soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29
3.49-3.57
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Goethite and Imperial Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Imperial Topaz 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 Imperial Topaz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Goethite and Imperial Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Imperial Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Imperial Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Imperial Topaz is 3.49-3.57.