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Ajoite and Bustamite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Partly soluble in HCl.
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
3.32-3.43
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
(Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Bustamite 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 Bustamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.

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