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Ajoite and Hercynite Physical Properties


Hercynite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
4.39   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
Fe2+ Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Ajoite and Hercynite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Hercynite 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 Hercynite chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Hercynite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Hercynite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Hercynite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 4.39 whereas that of Hercynite is 4.39.

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