Marcasite and Rock Crystal 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
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
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Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Marcasite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula
While comparing Marcasite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Marcasite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.