Aragonite and Boleite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
5.05
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
[001] perfect
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Aragonite and Boleite Chemical Formula
While comparing Aragonite and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Aragonite and Boleite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.