Pyrrhotite and Piemontite Physical Properties

Pyrrhotite

Piemontite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.58-4.65Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Absent

[001] good, [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Pyrrhotite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Pyrrhotite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrrhotite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrrhotite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrrhotite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.