Aragonite and Adamite Physical Properties
Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
4.32-4.48
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Aragonite and Adamite Chemical Formula
While comparing Aragonite and Adamite 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 Aragonite and Adamite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Aragonite and Adamite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.