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Ajoite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
insoluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
Not Available   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Ajoite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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