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Goshenite and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties


Pyrite Marcasite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90   
4.9-5.2   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
3,1 basal   
None   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
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Goshenite and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Pyrite Marcasite chemical formula.

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Goshenite and Pyrite Marcasite Specific Gravity

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

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