Indicolite and Faustite Physical Properties

Indicolite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Indicolite 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 Indicolite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Indicolite- (Na,Li)3Al6Si6O18(BO3)3(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Indicolite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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