Home
×

Aragonite
Aragonite

Rosasite
Rosasite



ADD
Compare
X
Aragonite
X
Rosasite

Aragonite and Rosasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
4-4.2
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Not Available

Aragonite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

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

Aragonite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.

Let Others Know
×