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Caledonite and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
4.9-5.2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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1.6 Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Caledonite and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Pyrite Marcasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Caledonite and Pyrite Marcasite Specific Gravity

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