Realgar and Scorzalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.56
3.31
Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Good
{110} Good
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Realgar and Scorzalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Realgar and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Realgar and Scorzalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.