Selenite and Faustite Physical Properties

Selenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.9

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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{???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

24.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Selenite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Faustite chemical formula.

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

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Selenite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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