Schultenite and Aragonite Physical Properties

Schultenite

Aragonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Dilute acid

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.943-6.072.93-2.96

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

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

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Schultenite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite 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 Schultenite and Aragonite chemical formula.

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

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Schultenite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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