Witherite and Ajoite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Decomposed by acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
2.96
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Not Available
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Perfect on {010}
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Witherite and Ajoite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite 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 Witherite and Ajoite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)
Witherite and Ajoite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Ajoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Ajoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 2.96 whereas that of Ajoite is 2.96.