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Realgar and Lazulite 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
3.563.04-3.17
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Realgar and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Realgar and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.