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Realgar and Fluorite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.56
3.00-3.25
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaF2

Realgar and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2

Realgar and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.

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