Aragonite vs Dolomite
| Property | Aragonite | Dolomite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | CaCO3 | CaMg(CO3)2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Orthorhombic | Trigonal |
| Clase Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Color | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Colorless, white, pink, gray, brown |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Raya | White | White |
| Transparencia | Transparent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Poor {010} | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| Fractura | Subconchoidal | Subconchoidal |