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Ajoite and Shattuckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
3.80-4.15
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
perfect along [010] and [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ajoite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.