Vlasovite and Ajoite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Ajoite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

Decomposed by acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.972.96

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

Perfect on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Vlasovite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite and Ajoite chemical formula.

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

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Vlasovite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

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