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Manganaxinite and Marcasite Physical Properties


Marcasite and Manganaxinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.314   
4.80-4.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{010} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Manganaxinite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite and Marcasite chemical formula.

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Manganaxinite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

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

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