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Ajoite and Bustamite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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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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Partly soluble in HCl.
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3.32-3.43
Conchoidal
{100} perfect; {110} and {1 1 0} good; {010} poor
5.5-6
(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.

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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 Vs Bustamite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is whereas that of Bustamite is .