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Pyrite Marcasite and Triplite 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
4.9-5.2
3.85-3.94
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{010} Good, {100} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrite Marcasite and Triplite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Triplite 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 Triplite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Triplite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg,Ca) 2(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrite Marcasite and Triplite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Triplite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Triplite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 3.85-3.94 whereas that of Triplite is 3.85-3.94.