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Aragonite and Sulfur Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
(e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{???} Imperfect, {???} Imperfect
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
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Aragonite and Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Sulfur 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 Sulfur chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Sulfur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Sulfur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is Not Available whereas that of Sulfur is Not Available.

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