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Aragonite and Nepouite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
3.18-3.24
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Aragonite and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.

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