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Realgar and Starlite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.563.91-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Realgar and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Starlite 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 Starlite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Realgar and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.