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Hurlbutite and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hurlbutite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hurlbutite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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