Alunite and Faustite Physical Properties

Alunite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Faustite 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 Alunite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alunite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.