Aragonite and Moss Agate Physical Properties

Aragonite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Aragonite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.