Marcasite and Hematite Physical Properties

Marcasite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Marcasite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.