Aragonite vs Barite
| Property | Aragonite | Barite |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | CaCO3 | BaSO4 |
| Système Cristallin | Orthorhombic | Orthorhombic |
| Classe Minérale | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureté Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 3.0-3.5 |
| Couleur | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Colorless, white, blue, yellow, brown |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Trait | White | White |
| Transparence | Transparent | Transparent |
| Clivage | Poor {010} | Perfect {001}, {210} |
| Cassure | Subconchoidal | Uneven |