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Aragonite and Brucite Physical Properties


Brucite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Sectile  

Solubility
Dilute acid  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96  
2.39  

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal  
Irregular  

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}  
Perfect on {0001}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Aragonite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

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Aragonite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.

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