Sulphur and Aragonite Physical Properties

Sulphur

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

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.082.93-2.96

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

Sulphur and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Aragonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Sulphur and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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