Bustamite and Aragonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Partly soluble in HCl.
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.32-3.43
2.93-2.96
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Bustamite and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Bustamite 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 Bustamite and Aragonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Bustamite and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.