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Realgar and Sanidine Physical Properties


Sanidine and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
2.54-2.61   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
{001} Perfect, {010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Realgar and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

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Realgar and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.

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