Baryte and Aragonite Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.3-5
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Baryte and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baryte and Aragonite 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 Baryte and Aragonite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Baryte and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.