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Esperite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.28-4.423.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MnCO3

Esperite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Esperite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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