Wardite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties

Wardite and Pyrrhotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite 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 Wardite and Pyrrhotite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Wardite and Pyrrhotite Specific Gravity

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