Home
Gemstones


Romanchite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Aragonite and Romanchite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Dilute acid   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.70-4.74   
2.93-2.96   

Fracture
Not Available   
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Romanchite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Romanchite 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 Romanchite and Aragonite chemical formula.

Compare Gems Found in America

Romanchite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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

Gems Found in America

Gems Found in America


Compare Gems Found in America