Faustite and Tantalite Physical Properties

Faustite and Tantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Tantalite 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 Tantalite 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 Tantalite- (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Faustite and Tantalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Tantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Tantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 5.2 whereas that of Tantalite is 5.2.