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Microlite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.53.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.53.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnCO3

Microlite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Microlite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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