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Ajoite and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Tough   

Solubility
Decomposed by acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.96   
3.20-3.26   

Fracture
Not Available   
Splintery   

Cleavage
Perfect on {010}   
{010} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5   
6-7.5   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Ajoite and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Ajoite and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.

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