Realgar and Kunzite Physical Properties

Realgar

Kunzite

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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).

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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 Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

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

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Realgar and Kunzite Specific Gravity

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