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Goethite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Goethite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
HCl soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
Perfect {010}   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

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Goethite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

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Goethite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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

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