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Ajoite and Prehnite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.962.80-2.95
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Distinct on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Ajoite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca2Al2Si3O12(OH)

Ajoite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.