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Steatite and Realgar Physical Properties


Realgar and Steatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.20-2.80   
3.56   

Fracture
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(e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
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{010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Steatite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite 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 Steatite and Realgar chemical formula.

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Steatite and Realgar Specific Gravity

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

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