Fluorite and Faustite Physical Properties

Fluorite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite and Faustite 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 Fluorite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Fluorite and Faustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorite and Faustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorite and Faustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorite is 2.9 whereas that of Faustite is 2.9.