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Aragonite and Kyanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
3.53-3.65
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Aragonite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Aragonite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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