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Caledonite and Realgar Physical Properties


Realgar and Caledonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76  
3.56  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct  
{010} Good  

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Caledonite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Realgar chemical formula.

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Caledonite and Realgar Specific Gravity

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

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