Sard and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties

Sard and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sard and Pyrite Marcasite 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 Sard and Pyrite Marcasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sard- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Sard and Pyrite Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sard and Pyrite Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sard and Pyrite Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sard is 4.9-5.2 whereas that of Pyrite Marcasite is 4.9-5.2.