Faustite and Calcite Satin Spar Physical Properties

Faustite and Calcite Satin Spar Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Calcite Satin Spar 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 Calcite Satin Spar 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 Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Faustite and Calcite Satin Spar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Calcite Satin Spar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Calcite Satin Spar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 2.67-2.73 whereas that of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.67-2.73.