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Realgar and Blue John Physical Properties


Blue John 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   
3.00-3.25   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
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Cleavage
{010} Good   
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Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Realgar and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.

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Realgar and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.

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