Wernerite and Marcasite Physical Properties

Wernerite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wernerite 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 Wernerite and Marcasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Wernerite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wernerite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wernerite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wernerite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.