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Ajoite and Phenakite 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
2.90-2.98
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Phenakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Phenakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.