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Realgar and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
None   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Realgar and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Realgar and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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