Home
Gemstones


Pyrrhotite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Soluble   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.58-4.65   
2.78   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Absent   
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5   
3.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Pyrrhotite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

Compare Brown Gemstones

Pyrrhotite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrrhotite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrrhotite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrrhotite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

Brown Gemstones

Brown Gemstones


Compare Brown Gemstones