Marcasite and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
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Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Marcasite and Scorodite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marcasite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Marcasite and Scorodite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.