Aragonite and Verdelite Physical Properties

Aragonite

Verdelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Dilute acid

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.93-2.962.90-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-47-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Aragonite and Verdelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Verdelite 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 Verdelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Verdelite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

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Aragonite and Verdelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Verdelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Verdelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Verdelite is 2.90-3.40.