Rutile and Pyrite Physical Properties

Rutile and Pyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile 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 Rutile and Pyrite chemical formula.

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

Rutile and Pyrite Specific Gravity

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