Aragonite vs Corundum
| Property | Aragonite | Corundum |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | CaCO3 | Al2O3 |
| Système Cristallin | Orthorhombic | Trigonal |
| Classe Minérale | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| Dureté Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 9.0 |
| Couleur | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Red (ruby), blue (sapphire), various colors |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Trait | White | Colorless |
| Transparence | Transparent | Transparent |
| Clivage | Poor {010} | None |
| Cassure | Subconchoidal | Conchoidal to uneven |