Aragonite

CaCO3

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Aragonite is the high-pressure polymorph of calcium carbonate. It is less stable than calcite at Earth's surface conditions and will convert to calcite over geological time. Mother of pearl and most pearls are composed of aragonite.

晶系 Orthorhombic
矿物分类 05 Carbonates and Nitrates
莫氏硬度 3.5-4.0
比重 2.93-2.95
颜色 Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green
光泽 Vitreous
条痕色 White
解理 Poor {010}
断口 Subconchoidal
透明度 Transparent
晶体习性 Prismatic, acicular, twinned pseudo-hexagonal

莫氏硬度

Mohs Hardness: 3.5 – 4.0
1 Soft10 Hard

晶系

Orthorhombic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Aragonite?
Aragonite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4.0.
What crystal system does Aragonite belong to?
Aragonite crystallizes in the Orthorhombic crystal system.
What color is Aragonite?
Aragonite is typically Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green.
What type of luster does Aragonite have?
Aragonite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Aragonite?
The chemical formula of Aragonite is CaCO3.