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Leucite 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
2.45-2.50
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnCO3

Leucite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Leucite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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