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Goethite and Starlite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
HCl soluble
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.27-4.29
3.91-4.73
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goethite and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Starlite 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 Starlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Goethite and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.