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Aragonite and Citrine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.962.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Aragonite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Aragonite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.