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Realgar and Siderite Physical Properties


Siderite and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.56  
3.83-3.89  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{010} Good  
Perfect on {01 1 1}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
3.5-4.5  

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Realgar and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

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Realgar and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.

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