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Aragonite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Dilute acid   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96   
1.993   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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