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Pyrite Marcasite
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Pyrite Marcasite and Dravite Physical Properties

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
4.9-5.23.03-3.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.57-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pyrite Marcasite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Dravite 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 Dravite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pyrite Marcasite and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.