Faustite and Povondraite Physical Properties

Faustite and Povondraite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Povondraite 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 Povondraite 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 Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Faustite and Povondraite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Povondraite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Povondraite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 3.26 whereas that of Povondraite is 3.26.