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Faustite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5
3.5-4
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 Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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