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Realgar and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Realgar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.56   
1.993   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Realgar and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Realgar and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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