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Hessonite and Goethite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-
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3.55-3.73
Uneven
None
7-7.5
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3
 
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HCl soluble
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4.27-4.29
Uneven
Perfect {010}
5-5.5
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Hessonite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite 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 Hessonite and Goethite chemical formula.

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Hessonite and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hessonite and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hessonite Vs Goethite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hessonite is whereas that of Goethite is .