Paraiba and Aragonite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Aragonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Dilute acid

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.04-3.132.93-2.96

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Paraiba and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Aragonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Paraiba and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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