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Realgar and Bastnsite Physical Properties


Bastnsite and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.56  
4.78-5.20  

Fracture
-  
-  

Cleavage
{010} Good  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
4-4.5  

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
CeFCO3  

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Realgar and Bastnsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Bastnsite 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 Bastnsite chemical formula.

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Realgar and Bastnsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Bastnsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Bastnsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 4.78-5.20 whereas that of Bastnsite is 4.78-5.20.

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