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Marcasite and Hauyne Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Marcasite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Marcasite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.