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Pyrite Marcasite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.9-5.2   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
None   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Pyrite Marcasite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Pyrite Marcasite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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