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Topaz and Goethite Physical Properties


Goethite and Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
4.27-4.29   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Uneven, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., Uneven, Gemstones (2009), torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).   

Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
Perfect {010}   

Mohs Hardness
8   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Topaz and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz 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 Topaz and Goethite chemical formula.

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Topaz and Goethite Specific Gravity

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

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