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Aragonite and Variscite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.962.42-2.58
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
[010] perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-44-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Aragonite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)

Aragonite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.