Sonolite and Faustite Physical Properties

Sonolite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sonolite 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 Sonolite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sonolite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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