Jasper and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties

Jasper

Pyrite Marcasite

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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

2.58-2.914.9-5.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Jasper and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Pyrite Marcasite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

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Jasper and Pyrite Marcasite Specific Gravity

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