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Ajoite and Cerussite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
6.46-6.57
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Good [110] and [021]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

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

Ajoite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.