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Faustite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Faustite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.9   
2.58-2.91   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
4.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO2   

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Faustite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Faustite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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