Albite and Pyrite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.60-2.65
5.00-5.20
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Pyrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Albite and Pyrite 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 Albite and Pyrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Pyrite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Albite and Pyrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.