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Realgar and Fuchsite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.562.77-2.88
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
Perfect basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Realgar and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Realgar and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.