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Realgar and Axinite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.563.26-3.36
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
Good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Realgar and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Axinite 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 Axinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Realgar and Axinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Axinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Axinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.26-3.36 whereas that of Axinite is 3.26-3.36.