Realgar and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Realgar

Hiddenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.563.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

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1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

LiAlSi₂O₆

Realgar and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Realgar and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.