Mohawkite and Marcasite Physical Properties

Mohawkite

Marcasite

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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

Not Available4.80-4.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mohawkite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Marcasite 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 Mohawkite and Marcasite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Mohawkite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.