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Ajoite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Not Available   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Ajoite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.

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