Hollandite and Ajoite Physical Properties

Hollandite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hollandite 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 Hollandite and Ajoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
• Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Hollandite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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