Realgar and Rosasite Physical Properties

Realgar

Rosasite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Effervesces in cold

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.564-4.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

Perfect on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Realgar and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

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

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Realgar and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.