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Aragonite and Erythrite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Sectile

Solubility

Dilute acid
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.93-2.963.06
1 7.18
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Fracture

Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Sectile

Cleavage

Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Aragonite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Aragonite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.