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Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.9-5.2
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite 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 Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.

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