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Realgar and Gahnite 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
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.564.00-4.62
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
Indistinct parting on [111]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available7.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Realgar and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Realgar and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.