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Realgar and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in water   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Realgar and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Realgar and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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