Ajoite and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Ajoite and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ajoite and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.