Pyrite Marcasite and Garnet Physical Properties

Pyrite Marcasite and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Garnet 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 Garnet chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Pyrite Marcasite and Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 3.55-4.33 whereas that of Garnet is 3.55-4.33.