Elbaite and Faustite Physical Properties

Elbaite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elbaite 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 Elbaite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Elbaite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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