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Moroxite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
MnCO3

Moroxite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Moroxite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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