Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite 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 Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.