Grossular and Faustite Physical Properties

Grossular and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular 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 Grossular and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Grossular and Faustite Specific Gravity

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