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Mimetite and Goldstone Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
7.102.50-2.80
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Au

Mimetite and Goldstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Goldstone 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 Mimetite and Goldstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au

Mimetite and Goldstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Goldstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Goldstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Goldstone is 2.50-2.80.