Scorodite and Realgar Physical Properties

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.56

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

(e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

{010} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scorodite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite and Realgar 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 Scorodite and Realgar chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Realgar- AsSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorodite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scorodite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scorodite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.