Faustite and Shigaite Physical Properties

Faustite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite 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 Shigaite- Pb6Cu3BiS4

Faustite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.