Aragonite and Scapolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.58-2.74
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Aragonite and Scapolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Aragonite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Aragonite and Scapolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.