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Realgar and Amber Physical Properties


Amber and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
1.05-1.10   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
None   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
[C,H,O]   

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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.

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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.

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