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Milky quartz
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Milky quartz and Goethite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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HCl soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available4.27-4.29
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Milky quartz and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milky quartz 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 Milky quartz and Goethite chemical formula.

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

Milky quartz and Goethite Specific Gravity

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