Aragonite and Vlasovite Physical Properties

Aragonite

Vlasovite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Dilute acid

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.93-2.962.97

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

Distinct on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Not Available

Aragonite and Vlasovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Aragonite and Vlasovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Vlasovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Vlasovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.97 whereas that of Vlasovite is 2.97.