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Hauyne and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
4.27-4.29   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
Perfect {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Hauyne and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Goethite 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 Hauyne and Goethite chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Goethite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 4.27-4.29 whereas that of Goethite is 4.27-4.29.

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