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Scorodite and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
4.27-4.29   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   

Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   
Perfect {010}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
5-5.5   

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

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Scorodite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Goethite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Goethite Specific Gravity

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

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