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Realgar and Sardonyx Physical Properties


Sardonyx and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.56   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
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Cleavage
{010} Good   
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Mohs Hardness
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6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Realgar and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx chemical formula.

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Realgar and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.

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