Home
×

Aragonite
Aragonite

Clinozoisite
Clinozoisite



ADD
Compare
X
Aragonite
X
Clinozoisite

Aragonite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
3.21-3.38
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Irregular/uneven, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Aragonite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Aragonite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.

Let Others Know
×