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Mimetite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
7.10
3.84
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Mimetite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Rhodolite 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 Mimetite and Rhodolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Mimetite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.