Faustite and Abalone Physical Properties

Faustite and Abalone Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Abalone 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 Faustite and Abalone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Abalone- CaCO3

Faustite and Abalone Specific Gravity

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