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Ekanite and Ajoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Decomposed by acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.32
2.96
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
{101} Distinct
Perfect on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Ekanite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ekanite 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 Ekanite and Ajoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Ekanite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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