Lamprophyre and Faustite Physical Properties

Lamprophyre and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lamprophyre 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 Lamprophyre and Faustite chemical formula.

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

Lamprophyre and Faustite Specific Gravity

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