Leucophanite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Leucophanite

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

MnCO₃

Leucophanite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Leucophanite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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