Baryte and Realgar Physical Properties

Baryte and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Baryte and Realgar 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 Baryte and Realgar chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Baryte and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.