Scorodite and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Pyrite Marcasite

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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

Not Available4.9-5.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Scorodite and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

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

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Scorodite and Pyrite Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Pyrite Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Pyrite Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 4.9-5.2 whereas that of Pyrite Marcasite is 4.9-5.2.