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Kyanite
Kyanite

Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite



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Kyanite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.53-3.653.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-73.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MnCO3

Kyanite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Kyanite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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