Faustite and Agalmatolite Physical Properties

Faustite and Agalmatolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Agalmatolite 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 Agalmatolite 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 Agalmatolite- Al2SiO5

Faustite and Agalmatolite Specific Gravity

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