Faustite and Rinkite Ce Physical Properties

Faustite and Rinkite Ce Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Rinkite Ce 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 Rinkite Ce 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 Rinkite Ce- (Ca,Ce) 4 Na(Na,Ca) 2 Ti(Si 2 O 7 ) 2 F 2 (O,F) 2 Michael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Faustite and Rinkite Ce Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Rinkite Ce Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Rinkite Ce Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 3.29-3.33 whereas that of Rinkite Ce is 3.29-3.33.