Realgar and Diamond Physical Properties

Realgar

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.563.50-3.53

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

111 (perfect in four directions)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available10

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Realgar and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Diamond- C

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Realgar and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.