Vanadinite and Faustite Physical Properties

Vanadinite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Faustite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
• Chemical formula of Faustite- (Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vanadinite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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