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Marcasite and Sphene Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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4.80-4.90
Uneven
{010} Indistinct
6-6.5
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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-9999
CaTiSiO5

Marcasite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.

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Marcasite and Sphene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Sphene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite Vs Sphene during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is whereas that of Sphene is .