Spinel and Marcasite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
none
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
4.80-4.90
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
{010} Indistinct
Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Spinel and Marcasite Chemical Formula
While comparing Spinel and 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 Spinel and Marcasite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
- Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Spinel and Marcasite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Spinel and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Spinel and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.