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Ajoite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
3.1-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ajoite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Fluorapatite 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 Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ajoite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.