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Hauyne and Realgar Physical Properties


Realgar and Hauyne Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Gelatinises in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5   
3.56   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
(e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
Distinct on {110}   
{010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Hauyne and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Realgar chemical formula.

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Hauyne and Realgar Specific Gravity

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

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