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Copper and Aragonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.

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