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Ettringite and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Partially soluble in water
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.77
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ettringite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite 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 Ettringite and Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ettringite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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

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