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Ajoite and Baddeleyite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
5.5-6.0
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
{001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ajoite and Baddeleyite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Baddeleyite 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 Baddeleyite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ajoite and Baddeleyite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Baddeleyite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Baddeleyite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 5.5-6.0 whereas that of Baddeleyite is 5.5-6.0.

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