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Vishnevite and Realgar Physical Properties


Realgar and Vishnevite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.56   

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

Cleavage
Perfect   
{010} Good   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
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Chemical Composition
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AsSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Vishnevite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Realgar chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Realgar Specific Gravity

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

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