Hanksite and Faustite Physical Properties

Hanksite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hanksite 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 Hanksite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hanksite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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