Faustite and Atacamite Physical Properties

Faustite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Atacamite 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 Atacamite 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 Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Faustite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.