Realgar and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Realgar

Rhodolite

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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

3.563.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available7-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Realgar and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Realgar and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.