Goldstone and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Goldstone

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.50-2.803.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

Goldstone and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Goldstone 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 Goldstone and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Goldstone- Au
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Goldstone and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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