Aragonite and Sonolite Physical Properties

Aragonite and Sonolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Sonolite 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 Sonolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Aragonite and Sonolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Sonolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Sonolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 3.82-4.00 whereas that of Sonolite is 3.82-4.00.