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Realgar and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
8   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
MgAl2O4   

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Realgar and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Realgar and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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