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Goethite and Indicolite Physical Properties


Indicolite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
HCl soluble   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29   
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Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   
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Cleavage
Perfect {010}   
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Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
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Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Goethite and Indicolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Indicolite 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 Indicolite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Indicolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Indicolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Indicolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is Not Available whereas that of Indicolite is Not Available.

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