Faustite and Citrine Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available
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Specific Gravity
2.9
2.65
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Indiscernible
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2
Faustite and Citrine Chemical Formula
While comparing Faustite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
Faustite and Citrine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.