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Realgar and Wavellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.562.36
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
(e.g. graphite).
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Good
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Realgar and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Realgar and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Realgar and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Realgar and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Realgar and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Realgar is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.