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Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite Physical Properties


Rhodolite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4   
3.84   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect   
none, may show indistinct parting   

Mohs Hardness
5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12   

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Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite 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 Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite chemical formula.

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Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lepidocrocite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lepidocrocite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.

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