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Marialite and Realgar Physical Properties


Realgar and Marialite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.50   
3.56   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
(e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}   
{010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Marialite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Realgar chemical formula.

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Marialite and Realgar Specific Gravity

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

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