Trinitite and Faustite Physical Properties

Trinitite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite 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 Trinitite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Trinitite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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