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Ajoite and Zoisite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Decomposed by acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.96
3.20-3.50
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Ajoite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ajoite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Ajoite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ajoite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ajoite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ajoite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.