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Catapleiite and Marcasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.724.80-4.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
{010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-66-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite and 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 Catapleiite and Marcasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Catapleiite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Catapleiite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Catapleiite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.