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Marcasite and Prase Physical Properties

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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
2.64-2.69
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Marcasite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Prase 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 Prase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Marcasite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.