Crocoite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Crocoite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.90-6.103.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-37-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Crocoite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Rhodolite 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 Crocoite and Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Crocoite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.