Radiolarite and Pyrite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Pyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Pyrite 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 Radiolarite and Pyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Pyrite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Radiolarite and Pyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Pyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Pyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 5.00-5.20 whereas that of Pyrite is 5.00-5.20.