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Goethite and Mottramite Physical Properties


Mottramite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
5.9  

Fracture
Uneven  
Sub-Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
None observed  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
PbCu(VO4)(OH)  

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Goethite and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.

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