Aragonite vs Barite
| Property | Aragonite | Barite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | CaCO3 | BaSO4 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Orthorhombic | Orthorhombic |
| Clase Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 3.0-3.5 |
| Color | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Colorless, white, blue, yellow, brown |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Raya | White | White |
| Transparencia | Transparent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Poor {010} | Perfect {001}, {210} |
| Fractura | Subconchoidal | Uneven |