Magnesite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties
Solubility
Effervesces in hot HCl
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.92-3.12
3.0-3.3
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Cleavage
[10 1 1] perfect
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnCO3
Magnesite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula
While comparing Magnesite 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 Magnesite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
Magnesite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnesite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnesite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnesite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.