Zircon and Marcasite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
4.80-4.90
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{010} Indistinct
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Marcasite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Marcasite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Marcasite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.