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Realgar and Sillimanite Physical Properties


Sillimanite and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Tough   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
3.20-3.26   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Splintery   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
{010} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-7.5   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Realgar and Sillimanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite chemical formula.

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Realgar and Sillimanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Sillimanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Sillimanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.20-3.26 whereas that of Sillimanite is 3.20-3.26.

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