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Uvite and Pyrite Marcasite 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
2.97-3.14
4.9-5.2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Pyrite Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Pyrite Marcasite chemical formula.

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

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