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Marcasite and Moss Agate Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Marcasite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Moss Agate 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 Moss Agate chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Marcasite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.

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