Golden Beryl and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
  
Brittle
  
Solubility
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Not Available
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
2.6-2.8
  
3.0-3.3
  
Fracture
Not Available
  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
  
Cleavage
3,1 basal
  
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
  
Mohs Hardness
7.5-8.0
  
3.5-4
  
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
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.