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Realgar and Amber Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.561.05-1.10
Achroite
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2-2.5
Adamite
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
[C,H,O]

Realgar and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Amber 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 Amber chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]

Realgar and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.