Realgar and Plumbogummite Physical Properties

Realgar

Plumbogummite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.564.014

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available4-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Realgar and Plumbogummite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Plumbogummite 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 Plumbogummite chemical formula.

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

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Realgar and Plumbogummite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Plumbogummite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Plumbogummite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 4.014 whereas that of Plumbogummite is 4.014.