Garnet Malaia and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Garnet Malaia

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MnCO₃

Garnet Malaia and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Malaia 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 Garnet Malaia and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Garnet Malaia and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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