Realgar and Amazonite Physical Properties

Realgar

Amazonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.56

2.55-2.57

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

KAlSi₃O₈

Realgar and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Amazonite 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 Realgar and Amazonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈

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Realgar and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.