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Thulite and Pyrite Marcasite Physical Properties


Pyrite Marcasite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
4.9-5.2   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
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Thulite and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Pyrite Marcasite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Pyrite Marcasite Specific Gravity

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

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