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Goethite and Titanite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
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Solubility

HCl soluble
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

4.27-4.293.48-3.60
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect {010}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
CaTiSiO5

Goethite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goethite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Goethite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Goethite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Goethite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Goethite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.