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Aragonite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.51-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Aragonite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Aragonite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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