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Aragonite and Tugtupite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
Dilute acid
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2.93-2.96
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
3.5-4
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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2.30-2.60
Uneven, Conchoidal
{111} Imperfect
5.5-6
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Aragonite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Aragonite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

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