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Ajoite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

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
2.96
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
MnCO3

Ajoite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Ajoite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.