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Ajoite and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.963.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
57-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Ajoite and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Ajoite and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.