Golden Beryl and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Golden Beryl

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

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.6-2.83.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

3,1 basal

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-8.03.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Be₃Al₂SiO₆

MnCO₃

Golden Beryl and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Golden Beryl 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 Golden Beryl and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Golden Beryl- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Golden Beryl and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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