Faustite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

Faustite and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite- Ca2Mn2+Al2BSi5O17(OH)

Faustite and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Manganaxinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Manganaxinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 3.314 whereas that of Manganaxinite is 3.314.