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Pyrite Marcasite
Pyrite Marcasite

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Pyrite Marcasite and Uvite 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
4.9-5.22.97-3.14
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
{1011} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pyrite Marcasite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrite Marcasite and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Pyrite Marcasite and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrite Marcasite and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrite Marcasite and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrite Marcasite is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.