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Mohawkite 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
3-3.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Mohawkite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite 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 Mohawkite and Goethite chemical formula.

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

Mohawkite and Goethite Specific Gravity

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