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Ajoite and Andalusite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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Decomposed by acids
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2.96
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Perfect on {010}
5
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
 
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3.05-3.21
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
7.5
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Andalusite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Ajoite and Andalusite chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite Vs Andalusite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is whereas that of Andalusite is .