Faustite and Agrellite Physical Properties

Faustite and Agrellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Agrellite 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 Agrellite 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 Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F

Faustite and Agrellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Agrellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Agrellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 2.88 whereas that of Agrellite is 2.88.