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Marcasite and Mother of Pearl Physical Properties


Mother of Pearl 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   
2.65-2.87   

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   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
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Marcasite and Mother of Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl chemical formula.

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Marcasite and Mother of Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Mother of Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Mother of Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.65-2.87 whereas that of Mother of Pearl is 2.65-2.87.

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