Aragonite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Aragonite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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

Aragonite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.