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Manganaxinite and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.314   
4.27-4.29   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect {010}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Manganaxinite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite and Goethite chemical formula.

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Manganaxinite and Goethite Specific Gravity

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

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