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Aragonite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Dilute acid   
Slowly dissolves in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96   
Not Available   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Aragonite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Aragonite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.

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