Ajoite and Witherite Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.96
4.27-4.35
Fracture
Not Available
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
{010} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
5
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ajoite and Witherite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ajoite and Witherite 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 Witherite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ajoite and Witherite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Witherite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Witherite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 4.27-4.35 whereas that of Witherite is 4.27-4.35.
