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Aragonite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Aragonite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

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

Aragonite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.

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