Realgar and Marialite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.56
2.50
Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Good
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Realgar and Marialite Chemical Formula
While comparing Realgar and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Realgar and Marialite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.