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Langbeinite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MnCO3

Langbeinite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Langbeinite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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