Kashmir sapphire and Ajoite Physical Properties

Kashmir sapphire and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire and Ajoite chemical formula.

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

Kashmir sapphire and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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