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Langbeinite and Aragonite Physical Properties

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

Langbeinite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Aragonite chemical formula.

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

Langbeinite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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

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