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Aragonite and Ajoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Decomposed by acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
2.96
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Perfect on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Aragonite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite and Ajoite 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 Aragonite and Ajoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Aragonite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Ajoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Ajoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 2.96 whereas that of Ajoite is 2.96.

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