Quartz Rose and Aragonite Physical Properties

Quartz Rose

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

Not Available2.93-2.96

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

73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Quartz Rose and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Rose 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 Quartz Rose and Aragonite chemical formula.

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

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Quartz Rose and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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