Scorodite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Pyrrhotite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available4.58-4.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

Absent

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Scorodite and Pyrrhotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Pyrrhotite 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 Scorodite and Pyrrhotite chemical formula.

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Scorodite and Pyrrhotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Pyrrhotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Pyrrhotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 4.58-4.65 whereas that of Pyrrhotite is 4.58-4.65.