Paraiba and Marcasite Physical Properties

Paraiba

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

3.04-3.134.80-4.90

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

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Paraiba and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Marcasite chemical formula.

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

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Paraiba and Marcasite Specific Gravity

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