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Ajoite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Ajoite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.

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