Realgar and Rhodizite Physical Properties

Realgar

Rhodizite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.563.34-3.44

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available8-8.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Realgar and Rhodizite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Realgar and Rhodizite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.