Realgar and Quartz Physical Properties

Realgar

Quartz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.562.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

SiO₂

Realgar and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Realgar and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.