Manganaxinite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Manganaxinite

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.3143.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MnCO₃

Manganaxinite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Manganaxinite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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