Aragonite vs Halite
| Property | Aragonite | Halite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | CaCO3 | NaCl |
| Sistema Cristalino | Orthorhombic | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 03 Halides |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 2.0-2.5 |
| Cor | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Colorless, white, blue, orange, pink |
| Brilho | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Traço | White | White |
| Transparência | Transparent | Transparent |
| Clivagem | Poor {010} | Perfect cubic {001} |
| Fratura | Subconchoidal | Conchoidal |