Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite 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 Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrrhotite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrrhotite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.