Aragonite and Beryllonite Physical Properties
Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.79-2.87
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Aragonite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Aragonite and Beryllonite 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 Beryllonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Aragonite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.