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Chambersite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Rhodochrosite and Chambersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.50   
3.0-3.3   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   

Mohs Hardness
7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
MnCO3   

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Chambersite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite and Rhodochrosite 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 Chambersite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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Chambersite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.

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