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Childrenite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Ajoite and Childrenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Decomposed by acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.06-3.25   
2.96   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Poor/indistinct on {100}   
Perfect on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   

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Childrenite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite 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 Childrenite and Ajoite chemical formula.

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Childrenite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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

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