Willemite and Aragonite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.89-4.18
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Chemical Composition
Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Willemite and Aragonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Willemite 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 Willemite and Aragonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Willemite and Aragonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.