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Goethite and Linarite Physical Properties


Linarite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
5.35  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Goethite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Linarite 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 Linarite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.

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