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Goshenite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Ajoite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Decomposed by acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
2.96   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
Perfect on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   

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Goshenite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Ajoite chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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

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