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Aragonite is a type of calcium carbonate that has been found to be able to remove pollutants like zinc, cobalt and lead from water. In its natural form, it helps reefs survive as it helps maintain the ph of the water. It is also present in mollusk shells and in coral.

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Is aragonite a rock or mineral?

Aragonite is a mineral.


What is the formula for aragonite?

The chemical formula of aragonite is CaCO3.


What is the chemical formula for Aragonite?

Aragonite is the neighbor to calcite. It is the crystalized form of CaCO3 (Calcium carbonate).


How much aragonite do you use in a fresh water Aquarium that's 18 by 48?

I would not consider adding aragonite to any sized aquarium unles there was some specific reason requiring it.


What compound is the mineral aragonite made of?

The mineral aragonite is composed of calcium carbonate.


Why does aragonite belong to the group carbonite?

Aragonite is a common carbonate mineral that is a polymorph of calcite. It is classified as a member of the aragonite group and belonging to the class of carbonates.


What mineral group does aragonite belong to?

Aragonite is a common carbonate mineral that is a polymorph of calcite. It is classified as a member of the aragonite group and belonging to the class of carbonates.


What color is Aragonite?

Aragonite is an orange or yellow-colored gemstone and is very popular. The crystals itself can be colorless or white if they are individually seen.


Why is aragonite mined?

for energy


What is aragonite used to make?

Yes. Aragonite is one of two mineral forms of calcium carbonate.


What is Aragonite to Calcite?

•Aragonite is a metastable calcium carbonate • •Calcium carbonate is stable • •Will recrystallize to calcite during diagenesis


What is the difference between calcite and aragonite?

Calcite and aragonite are both forms of calcium carbonate, but they have different crystal structures. Calcite has a trigonal crystal structure, while aragonite has an orthorhombic crystal structure. Aragonite is also slightly denser and usually forms in more unstable environments compared to calcite.