Realgar and Anorthite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.56
2.77
Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
{010} Good
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Realgar and Anorthite Chemical Formula
While comparing Realgar and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Realgar and Anorthite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.