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Realgar and Datolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.562.90-3.00
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Realgar and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Realgar and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.