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Ajoite and Gypsum Physical Properties


Gypsum and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Flexible   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
2.20-2.40   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5   
2   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Ajoite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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