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Faustite and Hessonite Garnet Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Faustite and Hessonite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Hessonite Garnet 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 Hessonite Garnet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Faustite and Hessonite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Hessonite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Hessonite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is Not Available whereas that of Hessonite Garnet is Not Available.