Realgar and Boleite Physical Properties

Realgar

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.565.05

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

[001] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3-3.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Realgar and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Boleite 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 Boleite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Boleite- Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Realgar and Boleite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Boleite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Boleite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 5.05 whereas that of Boleite is 5.05.