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Kunzite 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
3.15-3.21
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
MnCO3

Kunzite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Kunzite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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