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Riesling Beryl and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.66-2.86
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riesling Beryl and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riesling Beryl 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 Riesling Beryl and Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Riesling Beryl- Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riesling Beryl and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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

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