Catapleiite and Marcasite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.72
4.80-4.90
Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
{010} Indistinct
Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , 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 OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , 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.