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Inderite 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
1.794.80-4.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{010} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Inderite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Inderite 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 Inderite and Marcasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Inderite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

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