Aragonite and Leucophanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
Not Available
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
Not Available
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Aragonite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Aragonite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Aragonite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.