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Londonite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Aragonite and Londonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Dilute acid   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.34   
2.93-2.96   

Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
(Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Londonite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Londonite 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 Londonite and Aragonite chemical formula.

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Londonite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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

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