Helenite and Ajoite Physical Properties

Helenite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite 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 Helenite and Ajoite chemical formula.

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

Helenite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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