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Ajoite and Brookite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
3.87-4.14
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Brookite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Brookite 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 Brookite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Brookite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Brookite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Brookite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.87-4.14 whereas that of Brookite is 3.87-4.14.

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