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Realgar and Ametrine Physical Properties


Ametrine and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.56   
2.65   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
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7   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO2   

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Realgar and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Ametrine 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 Ametrine chemical formula.

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Realgar and Ametrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Ametrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Ametrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.65 whereas that of Ametrine is 2.65.

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