Marcasite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
2.65-2.90
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
{001} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
Not Available
Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marcasite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marcasite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marcasite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.