Citrine and Aragonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
2.93-2.96
Fracture
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Citrine and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Aragonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Citrine and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.