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Aragonite and Cinnabar Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Slightly sectile
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Cinnabar Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Cinnabar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.