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Xonotlite and Faustite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.71-2.72
Fibrous
{???} Good
6-6.5
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
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2.9
Conchoidal
{???} Indistinct
4.5
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Xonotlite and Faustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Faustite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Faustite Specific Gravity

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