Goethite and Scorodite 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
  
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.
- Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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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.