Marialite and Aragonite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marialite and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Aragonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marialite and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.