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Aragonite and Alunite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.6-2.9
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
On {0001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Aragonite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Alunite 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 Alunite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6

Aragonite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.

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