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Ajoite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
2.74-2.76
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Ajoite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Ajoite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.