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Aragonite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Aragonite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.

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