Pietersite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Pietersite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Polyhalite 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 Pietersite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pietersite- H2O+Fe2+,H3O2+Fe3+Si4O12
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Pietersite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pietersite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pietersite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pietersite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.