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Realgar and Purpurite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.56
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{010} Good
-9999
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
 
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3.2-3.4
Uneven
[100] [001] perfect
4-4.5
MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Realgar and Purpurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Purpurite 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 Purpurite chemical formula.

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Realgar and Purpurite Specific Gravity

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