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Marcasite and Clinothulite Physical Properties


Clinothulite and Marcasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90   
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Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven   
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Cleavage
{010} Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
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Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Marcasite and Clinothulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Clinothulite 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 Clinothulite chemical formula.

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Marcasite and Clinothulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Clinothulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Clinothulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is Not Available whereas that of Clinothulite is Not Available.

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