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Phenakite and Ajoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Decomposed by acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98
2.96
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Perfect on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Phenakite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Ajoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Phenakite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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