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Goethite and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
HCl soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29
2.69-2.72
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010}
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Goethite and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Goethite and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.