Realgar and Stibiotantalite Physical Properties

Realgar

Stibiotantalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.56Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

(e.g. graphite).

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

{???} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Realgar and Stibiotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Stibiotantalite 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 Stibiotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Realgar and Stibiotantalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Stibiotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Stibiotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is Not Available whereas that of Stibiotantalite is Not Available.