Faustite and Rhyolite Physical Properties

Faustite

Rhyolite

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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

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

4.57

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Faustite and Rhyolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Faustite and Rhyolite Specific Gravity

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