Faustite and Antimony trioxide Physical Properties

Faustite and Antimony trioxide Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Antimony trioxide 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 Antimony trioxide 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 Antimony trioxide- Sb2O3

Faustite and Antimony trioxide Specific Gravity

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