Celestine and Pyrite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.90-4.00
5.00-5.20
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Indistinct on {001}; partings on {011} and {111}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Celestine and Pyrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Celestine 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 Celestine and Pyrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Pyrite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Celestine and Pyrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Celestine and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Celestine and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Celestine is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.