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Ulexite and Aragonite Physical Properties

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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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ulexite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ulexite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

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

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