Realgar and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Realgar

Chrysocolla

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.562.00-2.45

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available2-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Realgar and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Realgar and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.