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Marcasite and Anatase Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
3.82-3.97
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
Perfect on [001] and [011]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Marcasite and Anatase Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Anatase 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 Marcasite and Anatase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Marcasite and Anatase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Anatase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Anatase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 3.82-3.97 whereas that of Anatase is 3.82-3.97.

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