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Aragonite and Corundum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
3.90-4.05
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
None – parting in 3 directions
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Aragonite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Corundum 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 Corundum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Aragonite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.