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Pyrrhotite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties


Hurlbutite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.58-4.65   
2.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Absent   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5   
6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Pyrrhotite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

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Pyrrhotite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrrhotite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrrhotite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrrhotite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.

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