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Ajoite and Marialite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ajoite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ajoite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.