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Aragonite and Anorthite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.77
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Aragonite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Aragonite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.

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