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Aragonite and Agrellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.962.88
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaCa2Si4O10F

Aragonite and Agrellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Agrellite 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 Agrellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F

Aragonite and Agrellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Agrellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Agrellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.88 whereas that of Agrellite is 2.88.