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Goethite and Poudretteite Physical Properties


Poudretteite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
HCl soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29  
2.51-2.53  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal, Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect {010}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5  

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)  
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Goethite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.

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