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Aragonite and Phosgenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.966.13
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-42-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.