Realgar and Sarcopside Physical Properties

Realgar

Sarcopside

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.563.79-3.94

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

Lamellar, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

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2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Realgar and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside chemical formula.

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

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Realgar and Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.