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Aragonite and Prase Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.64-2.69
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
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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
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Aragonite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

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

Aragonite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.

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