Bixbite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties

Bixbite and Pyrrhotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Pyrrhotite 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 Bixbite and Pyrrhotite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bixbite- Be3Al2(SiO3)6
• Chemical formula of Pyrrhotite- Fe1-xS

Bixbite and Pyrrhotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Pyrrhotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Pyrrhotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 4.58-4.65 whereas that of Pyrrhotite is 4.58-4.65.