Realgar and Meionite Physical Properties

Realgar

Meionite

Add ⊕

1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.562.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Realgar and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Compare Red Gemstones

Realgar Vs Sarcopside

Realgar Vs Rutile

Realgar Vs Ruby

Realgar and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.